3 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S.
3
recalls
1
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S recalls
Seats: front assembly, power adjust · Seats
NHTSA campaign 21V216000 · reported March 26, 2021 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 109 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 E350, E450, E450 Wagon, E63S AMG, 2020 E63S AMG Wagon, and 2020-2021 E53 AMG vehicles. The passenger seat limiter may allow the seat to be positioned too close to the air bag.
The risk
A seat too close to the air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the frontal passenger air bag.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the passenger seat limiter, free of charge. The recall began April 29, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040002.
NHTSA campaign 21V217000 · reported March 26, 2021 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 493 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 E63S AMG, E63S AMG Wagon, 2019-2021 AMG GT63 4-door, and AMG GT63S 4-door vehicles. The starter motor positive cable may not have been installed correctly, potentially allowing the power supply harness wires to chafe.
The risk
Damaged wires may cause a short circuit and result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, a short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, correct the screw connections and position of the positive cable, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040013.
Seats: mid/rear assembly
NHTSA campaign 20V328000 · reported June 5, 2020 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. · 1,352 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 E450, AMG E63S, GLC300, AMG GLC43, AMG GLC63, AMG GT53, and AMG GT63 vehicles equipped with rear seatbacks that can be electrically unlatched. The left-rear seatback latch may not be strong enough to withstand certain loads. If cargo were to strike the left-rear seatback, the latch may fail.
The risk
In the event of a crash, if the left-rear seatback latch fails, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-rear seatback latch, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070004.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Structure1
Unknown or other1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Jun 15, 2023 · Structure
I was operating my car on a 4-lane highway early in the morning, conditions were sunny and weather was approximately 50 degrees. Without warning the panoramic sunroof on my E63S exploded with a loud pop and showered the interior of my car with glass. This was sudden and unprovoked by any outside object or force…
Does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S, the most recent reported on March 26, 2021 (Seats: front assembly, power adjust, Seats). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (1 complaints), followed by unknown or other (1).
How many 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 15, 2023.